Sitalmani - Azamnagar, Katihar
Sitalmani is a village situated in the Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Azamnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Shitalmani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalmani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalmani is 225317. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.83 hectares and falls under the 855102 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sitalmani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sitalmani
According to the 2011 Census, Sitalmani village had a total population of 1,546 people, including 843 males and 703 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.69%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 43.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,546 | 843 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 143 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 400 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 443 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalmani
Sitalmani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sitalmani
Sitalmani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Sitalmani is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalmani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalmani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalmani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalmani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitalmani
Where is Sitalmani located?
Sitalmani village is located in Azamnagar Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sitalmani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalmani is Shitalmani.
What is the pincode of Sitalmani?
The pincode of Sitalmani is 855102.
What is the population of Sitalmani?
Sitalmani had a total population of 1,546, including 843 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Sitalmani?
Sitalmani had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalmani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalmani was 50.69%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 43.12%.